Graphic Design
LeBron’s Comeback: How Illustrator Robert Carter Designed the King’s Return to Cleveland
Interview with Robert Carter of Cracked Hat Design As you all well know, the Cleveland pride is bursting through the walls of Go Media, where we sit only 2 miles from Quicken Loans Arena, new (and old) home to LeBron James.…
Video Game Creation in Cinema 4D: “The Mims Beginning”
Meet the Mims What do you get when you combine a spaceship full of cuddly space creatures with an island populated with beings who might not be so friendly? In the case of “The Mims Beginning” you get a homemade…
Full Weapons of Mass Creation Festival Lineup Announcement and Merch Giveaway
For all of us here at Go Media and the Weapons of Mass Creation Festival 5 team, it is hard to believe that another year of hard work is about to pay off, yet again, in dividends. Though we have a million details to work out before the best art, design and music event in the US opens on August 15, the light at the end of the tunnel is again in sight and we know that some of the best days of our life are upon us.
We cannot wait to share another weekend of inspiration and collaboration with all of you. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces and welcoming brand new members into our WMC Fest family.
If you’re reading this and have yet to attend the Fest, we encourage you to join us.
Podcast for Designers – Episode 25: Loren Naji and The Cleveland Art Scene
In a followup to last month’s episode, this month, Cleveland Graphic Design Firm, Go Media sits down with Loren Naji, owner of the Loren Naji Gallery, which has been in the middle of a public battle between the City of Cleveland and…
Illustrator Tutorial: Using Plant Textures to Create a Gritty Text Tee
Hey Friends,
I’m going to show you a simple way to use my Plant textures for a text tee design. The purpose is to show you how I use addition and subtraction methods to make text a little gritty in Illustrator.
6 Questions to Consider When Rebranding Your Company
Things to consider before rebranding your company. Here at Cleveland creative agency Go Media, we take branding very seriously. We have helped many companies, who’ve undergone natural growth and change, take necessary steps to transform the face of their company for the better.…
Weapons of Mass Creation Fest Interview with Designer: Scott Williams
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for my life to be changed. I need a breath of fresh air, like now. But until then, I have a friend or two I’d like you to meet. Let’s start with one of the designers who will be struttin’ their stuff this year at Weapons of Mass Creation Fest 5, Mr. Scott Williams.
Step by Step: Printing Weapons of Mass Creation posters by Mama’s Sauce
We are pleased to show off the new art print for Weapons of Mass Creation 5! The lettering was done by the talented Mary Kate McDevitt and the printing is done by Mama’s Sauce! What follows is a step by…
Introducing the Tattoo Mockup Photoshop Templates Pack on Go Media’s Arsenal
Always wanted to see your art mocked up on the human body? Have a client who’s ready to get inked up but a little on edge? Vacillating between a few designs? Fear not, we’ve got the perfect pack for you! With our Tattoo Mockup Pack, you can quickly and easily pull your art onto our PSD files, perfecting them, placing them and erasing them from skin in a quick click. If only ink were that easy.
How to Hire a Web Design Firm: Ask These Questions Before You Invest
When hiring a web development firm, we here at Cleveland creative agency Go Media are firm believers in looking before you leap. Make the right decision and your financial investment will pay dividends for the long term. This is one serious decision! Knowing that, you’ve got some serious questions to ask to potential firms. Ask this list of exhaustive questions and you can feel confident about your decision.
And of course, all consulting for a new website is free when you come to Go Media, so feel free to start your new search with us!
Weapons of Mass Creation Fest Vector Skull Icons Pack by Brandon Rike
Hey, Hey Go Media Faithful! If you haven’t heard, the countdown to Weapons of Mass Creation Fest is on!
Hand Lettering Tutorial Release: How to Letter with Jason Carne
Hand Lettering Tutorial: How to Letter with Jason Carne Hey there Go Media Faithful! Love lettering like we do? You’re in luck. Today on the Arsenal, we’re releasing the hand lettering tutorial you’ve been waiting for! Today, we’re expanding our knowledge…
Go Media Podcast – Episode 24: Todd Gauman and Uniting Cleveland Creatives
This month, we sit down with Todd Gauman, the WMC Fest Event Director, to talk about all the new changes to WMC Fest 5. We also talk about the current struggles Cleveland Creatives face, including Loren Naji’s art gallery being shut down twice in three weeks.
Over 200 Mockup Templates from your friends at Mockup Everything!
Well hello friends! We’re thrilled to announce that we’re past the 200 mark here at Mockup Everything. What does that mean, you say? Well, it’s just that you, the Pro Users (or Pro Users to be) now have access to…
Introducing the Nature Textures Pack: Ultimate Ground Textures Pack & How to Use It!
Hey Gang!
As you well know, textures give a sense of life and depth to an otherwise flat design. On a recent trip to Italy, I had the opportunity to capture my own gritty, grainy and one-of-a-kind images. I’ve found these to be perfect for roughening up those pieces that need a little punch.
You know I couldn’t keep them to myself.
So today I’d like to introduce to you the second in my series of six Nature Texture Packs.
Poster Inspiration: Graphic Design Goodness to Get You Going (50+ Examples)
Poster Inspiration: Graphic Design Goodness Hey designers, want way more inspiration? Attend our all-inclusive soul-fulfilling three-day design retreat, WMC: Off-The-Grid, this October 5 – 7th. To learn more, head to wmcfest.com. Who’s ready for some poster inspiration: graphic design goodness to…
Introducing Hand Drawn Lettering Elements: All American Grit
Looking to deliver your client design filled with character and an organic quality only achieved with hand lettering? Lacking the tools or time to do so? You’re in luck. Calligrapher Laura Di Piazza’s first Arsenal product, Hand Drawn Lettering Elements:…
8 Secrets to Battling Burnout & Tools to Help You Kickstart your Day
An excerpt from Go Media President William Beachy’s book, Drawn to Business
Building a business requires massive amounts of focus and energy. It’s perfectly natural to have moments where you feel absolutely fried. You won’t feel motivated to lift a single finger. Finding ways to motivate yourself are key in business and in life. Here is a list of motivators I’ve used to keep myself productive:
Freebie Alert! Grab these 12 Free Textures from Go Media’s Arsenal!
Free Textures Freebie Alert! While going through folders the other day, I stumbled upon all of the textures I submitted to the lovely Liz Hunt for Texture Set 5. To be honest, when creating the pack, I went texture crazy. Needless…
30+ Inspirational Creative Quotes That Will Recharge You Now
Inspirational Creative Quotes That Will Recharge You Now Feeling overwhelmed? Down on your luck? Uninspired? Sometimes a word of wisdom is just what the doctor ordered. We’ve collected some of our favorite inspirational creative quotes on our Pinterest page. May they give…
Mock up these Outdoor Mockup Templates from Go Media’s Arsenal!
Hey ya’ll! It’s Heather from Go Media’s Arsenal here.
I think it’s safe to say that, as designers, there are few things more thrilling than to see our designs out living their lives in the real world.
Like so:
Become a Master Typographer: 19 Expert Secrets to Creating Custom Lettering
One way a typographer can communicate a brand is through custom hand-lettering.
As Von Glitschka, Illustrative Designer of Glitschka Studios notes, “Few things can brand a product, business or service like a custom hand-lettered logotype. Illustrative lettering is the perfect balance between design sensibilities and illustration. A unique personality and identity can be imbued from illustrated letterforms that a standard typeface could never achieve.”
Just what should you consider when you’re creating the perfect custom hand-lettered logotype? Von and friends Joey Nelson from Blkboxlabs, Jason Carne, Martin Schmetzer, Albert Trulls Muntañà and Alison Rowan are here to share with us some ever important tips.
Vector Textures Tutorial: How to add character to your designs with our new Clouds Vector Textures Pack!
Hey Gang, If you follow me, know me, used or seen my work you probably think of high detail illustration. Well, every once in a while you gotta change things up. From time to time I’ll do something quite opposite…
50 Totally Free Fonts for Designers 2014
Well hi there everyone!
We all know that I love free fonts!
They’re super fun to download, play around with and use when appropriate.